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Apr 13, 2022 · James D. Anderson, dean of the College of Education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, was presented with a proclamation honoring his “invaluable contributions” to the State of Illinois and the discipline of education.
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The superintendent works with the state board of education to provide leadership, assistance, resources, and advocacy so that students are prepared to succeed in careers and postsecondary education and shares accountability for doing so with districts and schools. [1]
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) administers public education in the state of Illinois. The State Board consists of nine members who are appointed by the Governor with the consent of the Senate .
In 2022, Illinois had 1,925,415 students enrolled in a total of 3,977 schools in 853 school districts. There were 130,467 teachers in the public schools, or roughly one teacher for every 15 students, compared to the national average of 1:16. In 2020, Illinois spent on average $17,293 per pupil. [1]
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